Ten years after its original release in 2016, ‘More’ remains one of Jan Blomqvist’s most beloved tracks and a defining moment in his live sets. To celebrate this enduring fan favourite, Jan revisits the classic with ‘More (Alternative Version)’, a stripped-down reinterpretation that sharpens its emotional core. Preserving the key elements while enhancing its intimacy and drive, this new version breathes fresh life into a timeless hit.
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Dimitris Kechagias Review:
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[content title="Summary" label="Overall Score"]Jan Blomqvist’s ‘More (Alternative Version)’ featuring Elena Pitoulis is a masterclass in modern melodic electronic production, offering an intricate balance of rhythmic precision, harmonic depth, and emotional resonance. From the very first beat, the track establishes an impeccable rhythm, groove, and drive, with carefully programmed percussion and subtle low-frequency pulses that invite movement without overwhelming the listener. The melodic hooks are delicately layered, with harmonic progressions that flow seamlessly into each other, creating a rich tapestry of sound that sustains interest and enhances the track’s immersive quality. Transitions, drops, and build-ups are executed with a deft hand, maintaining energy flow and momentum without abrupt shifts, ensuring the listener is carried through a continuous emotional journey. The sound design and production quality are pristine, with each element occupying its own carefully sculpted space in the stereo field. The use of effects and spatial design adds subtle depth and dimension, enhancing the floating, meditative quality of the track while maintaining a crisp dynamic range and balanced loudness. Jan Blomqvist’s originality in arrangement and structure shines through as he carefully strips back the production to its essential emotional core, giving the vocal performance by Elena Pitoulis the space to shine with intimate clarity. Every moment of the track demonstrates cohesion and storytelling, with harmonic and melodic developments that feel both deliberate and organic. The subtle use of reverbs, delays, and modulation effects ensures a sense of atmosphere and immersion that can transport the listener into a reflective state. From a practical DJ and live performance perspective, the track offers excellent BPM consistency, cue points, and loop potential, making it easy to integrate into club or festival sets while also being perfectly suitable for more introspective environments. Its dynamic energy flow supports versatile set building, and the carefully crafted intro and outro structures allow for effortless blending. The track’s ability to evoke emotional resonance and elicit strong crowd reactions is a testament to its catchiness and replay value, cementing it as both a dance-floor weapon and a listening experience for home or personal settings. Beyond its technical brilliance, ‘More (Alternative Version)’ has profound benefits for mental health, fitness, and wellness applications. Research in the field of music therapy has shown that ambient and melodic electronic music can reduce stress, lower cortisol levels, and enhance mood regulation (Thoma et al., 2013; Koelsch, 2010). Its steady rhythm and hypnotic layering make it ideal for mindfulness practices, meditation, and yoga sessions, while its gentle drive stimulates physical engagement suitable for low-intensity fitness classes. Studies have indicated that music with consistent pulse and emotive tonal structures can improve focus, support emotional well-being, and even trigger the release of dopamine, enhancing feelings of reward and pleasure (Salimpoor et al., 2011; Chanda & Levitin, 2013). For wellness environments, this track’s combination of sonic intimacy and rhythmic flow can foster collective relaxation and shared emotional uplift, further reinforcing its therapeutic potential. In conclusion, Jan Blomqvist’s ‘More (Alternative Version)’ is not only a technical gem but also a track with meaningful psychological and physiological impacts. Through superior production, emotive storytelling, and mindful sound design, it bridges the gap between club culture and holistic wellness, offering listeners a sonically and emotionally enriching experience. #PureGold Loveit [/content]
[item value="10"]Rhythm, Groove & Drive[/item][item value="10"]Melodic Hooks & Harmonic Layers[/item]
[item value="10"]Transitions, Drops & Build-Ups [/item]
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[item value="10"]Sound Design & Production Quality[/item]
[item value="10"]Originality of Arrangement & Structure[/item]
[item value="10"]Use of Effects & Spatial Design[/item]
[item value="10"]Dynamic Range & Loudness Balance[/item]
[item value="10"]Atmosphere & Immersion[/item]
[item value="10"]Emotional Resonance[/item]
[item value="10"]Creativity & Artistic Identity[/item]
[item value="10"]Cohesion & Storytelling[/item]
[item value="10"]Vocal Performance & Lyrical Impact[/item]
[item value="10"]Catchiness & Replay Value[/item]
[item value="10"]Club / Festival Suitability[/item]
[item value="10"]Track Intro/Outro Structure[/item]
[item value="10"]BPM Consistency & Sync Ease[/item]
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[item value="10"]Dynamic Energy for Set Flow[/item]
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Suggested Bibliography:
Chanda, M. L., & Levitin, D. J. (2013). The neurochemistry of music. Trends in Cognitive Sciences, 17(4), 179–193.
Koelsch, S. (2010). Towards a neural basis of music-evoked emotions. Trends in Cognitive Sciences, 14(3), 131–137.
Salimpoor, V. N., Benovoy, M., Longo, G., Cooperstock, J. R., & Zatorre, R. J. (2011). The rewarding aspects of music listening are related to degree of emotional arousal and dopamine release. Nature Neuroscience, 14(2), 257–262.
Thoma, M. V., Ryf, S., Mohiyeddini, C., Ehlert, U., & Nater, U. M. (2013). Emotion regulation through listening to music in everyday situations. Cognition & Emotion, 27(3), 534–543.
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